Just a quick update for those interested in my recent move to Europe.
In late February I flew from Arizona to Porto. The flights themselves were calm, though long, but unfortunately two legs of the journey were delayed by a total of 24 hours. Ah the joys of travel. Anyway I made it with my 5 duffel bags and backpack.
The first night I had only an air mattress and a borrowed blanket. I slept in my clothes as there's no heating or cooling in my unfurnished apartment. Things have improved in the last two weeks, I now have a real mattress, a warm blanket, some other furniture and a couple of space heaters. I've managed to find food and most of the things I need for daily life.
I also bought a new easel and a few basic art supplies. I am reminded however the we are really spoiled for choice in the US, my choices here are limited by comparison, but adequate.